Reinforcing+Effort

Read & Reflect
//How do I reinforce students' effort in my classroom? //
 * Verbally . . .I try to give frequent “good job,” “ way to go,” “you’re doing it,” etc. I also try to publically recognize those who are working, not just those who are achieving, but those who are trying.
 * Graphically . . .I sometimes use graphs to show progress. Weight Watchers uses graphs to show weight loss and motivate clients to keep working. The same is true in classrooms. Kids like to see progress and if we can show them graphically it will reinforce their efforts.

//What is my purpose when I reinforce effort in the classroom? //
 * The entire purpose of reinforcing effort is to promote continue effort! “Don’t give up”

//What makes reinforcing effort effective or ineffective? //
 * It has to be genuine, meaningful and personalized

//What questions do I have about reinforcing effort? //
 * not really!

Apply & Reflect
I use online graphs to help chart progress in several initiatives. See below:


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